A country in East Africa known for its rapid economic growth and innovation-friendly policies, particularly in the tech sector.
Sawa Energy Secures EU-Backed Funding to Advance Clean Power in East Africa
Sawa Energy secured EUR 2.5 million in equity funding from the ElectriFI initiative. The funding will be used to expand solar and energy storage offerings in Uganda and Rwanda.
The regulatory quagmire stifling Francophone Africa’s startups
The Ghana and Rwanda agreement allows licensed fintechs to operate in both markets with minimal additional authorizations. The FinTech Forum in Kigali showcased the potential for regulatory interoperability in Africa.
Condia Insider: Why Venture Capital alone can’t save African Healthtech
In October 2024, African government officials gathered in Kigali for a healthtech policy summit, pledging collaboration and support for startups. MedSaf, a Nigerian healthtech startup, shut down due to mounting debts and unpaid receivables, highlighting the fragility of the sector.
How AI Is Revolutionising African Healthcare
AI helps African clinicians find diseases earlier and route patients to appropriate care. The WHO emphasizes the need for ethical deployment of AI systems in healthcare.
